The exchange rate states the price, in terms of one currency, at which another currency can be bought.

Which of the following positions might be taken by the ruler of a nation practicing mercantilism?

a. support of the merchant marine sector b. support for the elimination of trade barriers such as tariffs c. support for the reduction of government holdings of specie d. discouragement of exploration and colonization e. All of the above.

Indicate whether each of the following events would lead to depreciation or appreciation of the U.S. dollar under a system of floating exchange rates. a. A drop in U.S. interest rates relative to foreign interest rates b. An increase in the preferences of foreign citizens for U.S. goods c. Faster economic growth in the United States relative to its trading partners d. A decrease in the U.S. money supply e. Rising U.S. inflation relative to foreign inflation

What will be an ideal response?